CIRCUIT DECOUVERTE DE LA MÉNITRÉ

Enjoy a 2-hour walk punctuated by signs to discover the rich heritage of La Ménitré.

A country village near the Loire, it was officially created in 1824. It has a population of 2,084. Situated in the Val de Loire, a World Heritage site, La Ménitré enjoys a high-quality environment, where the landscape and architecture are in harmony. Some of the sights to see are the Angevin buildings, the Manoir Jeanne de Laval, the Moulin Goislard, the 15th century chapel, the neo-Greek style church of St Jean Baptiste, and the Abbey of Saint Maur, located on the other bank of the Loire, which is lit up in summer to offer a magnificent spectacle... Don't forget to pick up the "discovery trail" from the Baugeois Vallée Tourist Office. Leisure activities include guided walks along the Loire, hiking and fishing, not forgetting the local sport: Boule de Fort! Situated in the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Nature Park, the commune is an ideal "nature" destination for tourists. You can also take advantage of the aperitif concerts on the banks of the Loire to discover young talent. Perhaps you've already cycled the Loire? With its extra-flat terrain, the Authion à vélo, a second itinerary of the Loire à vélo, will take you through the Authion valley, known as the cradle of the plant world. Seeds, market gardening, horticulture - the region invites you to discover its local know-how. For a taste of what's on offer, take the time to stop off at one of the local producers. It's suitable for everyone, young and old.